by Aude Camus
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong is celebrating French May with a French Gourmay Staycation
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong is celebrating French May with a French Gourmay Staycation
In Hong Kong, May is traditionally a celebration of everything French from art to gastronomy with French May festival. Francophiles rejoice! If French May had to be cancelled last year due to COVID-19, the festival is back. This year, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong is joining the festivities with an exclusive French Gourmay Staycation package inviting you to indulge in a four-course French dinner set against the backdrop of Victoria Harbour.
From the moment you check in, you have 24 hours to enjoy the facilities of the hotel, including its beautiful palm tree-lined pool and Waterfall Bar that will both transport you far from the hustle and bustle. With a complimentary upgrade to an Harbour View room, you can take in sweeping views of the Harbour from sunrise until sunset. Raise a toast to a well-deserved break with the two bottles of Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial Piccolo (200 ml) waiting for you in the room, together with sweet petit fours, before making your way to the pop-up French restaurant for a dinner featuring classic French fare such as beef tartare, lobster bisque and beef fillet mignon paired with French wines. Do not forget to book yourself some me-time and pamper with lavender-scented bath salts, a set of toiletries from Parisian luxury brand Balmain and French skincare by Lancôme.
From HKD 3,350 (inclusive of all the above mentioned)
Valid for a stay from 1 to 31 May
Breakfast is included
Kerry Hotel invites you to spend the day by the pool
From the moment you check in, you have 24 hours to enjoy the facilities of the hotel, including its beautiful palm tree-lined pool and Waterfall Bar that will both transport you far from the hustle and bustle. With a complimentary upgrade to an Harbour View room, you can take in sweeping views of the Harbour from sunrise until sunset. Raise a toast to a well-deserved break with the two bottles of Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial Piccolo (200 ml) waiting for you in the room, together with sweet petit fours, before making your way to the pop-up French restaurant for a dinner featuring classic French fare such as beef tartare, lobster bisque and beef fillet mignon paired with French wines. Do not forget to book yourself some me-time and pamper with lavender-scented bath salts, a set of toiletries from Parisian luxury brand Balmain and French skincare by Lancôme.
From HKD 3,350 (inclusive of all the above mentioned)
Valid for a stay from 1 to 31 May
Breakfast is included
Kerry Hotel invites you to spend the day by the pool
With Kerry Hotel currently being a quarantine hotel, all guests are confined in their rooms leaving the hotel’s beautiful infinity pool empty. A shame isn’t it? The hotel has recently launched it’s Daycation at Kerry inviting you to enjoy a pool day pass and set lunch, the perfect opportunity to bask in the warm weather and take a dip in the pool.
Pool day pass and set lunch: HKD 500 on weekdays / HKD 700 on weekends
Pool day pass, set lunch with reserved seating at the Sun Deck and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne for every two persons: HKD 1,000 on weekdays / HKD 1,200 on weekends
Pool day pass, set lunch and 60-minute massage: HKD 1,250 on weekdays / HKD 1,450 on weekends
Available until 19 June 2021.
Bookings via email: basecamp.khhk@thekerryhotels.com
Fortnum & Mason launches Time For Tea, an expert and entertaining guide to tea
Pool day pass and set lunch: HKD 500 on weekdays / HKD 700 on weekends
Pool day pass, set lunch with reserved seating at the Sun Deck and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne for every two persons: HKD 1,000 on weekdays / HKD 1,200 on weekends
Pool day pass, set lunch and 60-minute massage: HKD 1,250 on weekdays / HKD 1,450 on weekends
Available until 19 June 2021.
Bookings via email: basecamp.khhk@thekerryhotels.com
Fortnum & Mason launches Time For Tea, an expert and entertaining guide to tea
An iconic British institution, Fortnum & Mason has been a destination for delicious food and exquisite teas since the 18th century. Partnering with award-winning food writer Tom Parker Bowles (son of Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall yep), the heritage brand has captured its extensive experience in tea to launch an entertaining and authoritative guide: Time for Tea. Filled with recipes, pairing, history and hacks, Time for Tea is the ultimate book for tea lovers.
La Rotisserie opens new outlet on Staunton Street
La Rotisserie opens new outlet on Staunton Street
Opened on 26 April, the Staunton Street outlet brings a delicious smell of roasted chicken to the streets of SoHo. To celebrate the opening of its fifth outlet in town, La Rotisserie is adding the very French roasted duck breast to its menu for an extra dose of tender bird’s meat with crispy skin.
G/F, 4 Staunton Street
The Roast Duck Breast is available at La Rotisserie Central only until 9 May and will then be available at all other outlets across Hong Kong.
The Pontiac is lighting up the cocktail scene with a new menu
G/F, 4 Staunton Street
The Roast Duck Breast is available at La Rotisserie Central only until 9 May and will then be available at all other outlets across Hong Kong.
The Pontiac is lighting up the cocktail scene with a new menu
The recipient of both local and international awards, including 35 Asia’s 50 Best Bars in 2020, rock ‘n’ roll craft cocktail bar The Pontiac introduces a new cocktail menu true to its gritty, and slightly punk, vibes. Crafted by award-winning female mixologist Beckaly Franks, the new menu offers new savours and zests mixed unpredictability with highlights including the Run Rabbit Run (HKD 88) featuring purple carrot gin, Fernet Hunter, cassis, lime, nutmeg and mint.
13 Old Bailey St – Central
Venchi celebrates summer with launching a new gelato flavour every month
13 Old Bailey St – Central
Venchi celebrates summer with launching a new gelato flavour every month
Summer is upon us which means our fav summer treats are making a comeback. If you love a delicious cold gelato, you are probably already familiar with Italian artisan chocolatier and gelateria Venchi. Made with fresh milk and the best of Italian ingredients such as Piedmont hazelnuts or Sicilian almonds, their gelato are the perfect summer indulgence. And to celebrate the return of the hot summer days, Venchi will be launching a new flavour each month starting this May with the strawberry with 50% less sugar to highlight the natural taste and sweetness of this seasonal treat. Who’s in for a scoop?
Strawberry 50% less sugar is available until 30 May 2021 at all Venchi stores across Hong Kong
Didier Goubet brings “Grand Cru” grape juice from Bordeaux to Hong Kong
Strawberry 50% less sugar is available until 30 May 2021 at all Venchi stores across Hong Kong
Didier Goubet brings “Grand Cru” grape juice from Bordeaux to Hong Kong
With its artisanal organic grape juices, Didier Goubet delights your tastebuds with the complex notes of a vintage wine in an alcohol-free option. Whether you can’t or don’t want to drink wine, the grape juice Semillon, Merlot or Cabernet are perfect alternatives to still treat yourself to a premium festive drink.
Available on MyMarket and at CitySuper
Available on MyMarket and at CitySuper